About this stamp
A Modern Executive Campus in Central Vista
Seva Teerth is a landmark government office campus located within the Central Vista in New Delhi. Conceived as a secure, modern, and efficient administrative hub, Seva Teerth consolidates India’s highest executive offices into a unified campus.
Spread across Plot Nos. 36 and 38, the campus covers approximately 20.12 acres with a total built-up area of nearly 90,000 square metres. It brings together three key institutions:
- The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO)
- The Cabinet Secretariat
- The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS)
Previously operating from multiple locations across New Delhi, these offices are now integrated within a single, purpose-built complex designed for enhanced coordination and operational efficiency.
Prime Minister’s Office Complex – Plot No. 36
Plot No. 36 houses the new Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) complex. Earlier, PMO functions were dispersed between 7, Lok Kalyan Marg and South Block. The new campus consolidates these facilities into one integrated structure.
The PMO building includes:
- One basement
- Ground floor
- Three upper floors
Architectural Features
The design reflects dignity blended with contemporary aesthetics:
- Sandstone cladding on the façade
- Aluminium jali elements
- Curtain wall glazing
- Curved zinc-clad roof
Eight internal courtyards allow abundant natural daylight, enhancing energy efficiency and creating a pleasant working environment.
The complex provides dedicated offices for:
- Principal Secretary
- Additional Secretary
- Director
- Supporting administrative staff
The building is designed to meet functional, operational, and sustainability requirements in line with modern governance needs.
NSCS and Cabinet Secretariat Complex – Plot No. 38
Plot No. 38 accommodates two institutional buildings for:
- The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS)
- The Cabinet Secretariat
Currently, the NSCS operates from Sardar Patel Bhawan, while the Cabinet Secretariat functions from multiple locations including Rashtrapati Bhavan, North Block, Shivaji Stadium, Vigyan Bhavan Annexe, and Chanakya Bhavan.
The new development centralizes these offices into one cohesive campus.
Structural Design
Each building consists of:
- Basement
- Ground floor
- Three upper floors
An interconnected basement links both buildings, housing shared facilities and services. This ensures:
- Efficient space utilization
- Seamless operational coordination
- Enhanced security
Dedicated offices are provided for:
- National Security Advisor
- Cabinet Secretary
- Secretary
- Additional Secretary
- Director and support staff
Sustainability and Future-Ready Infrastructure
Seva Teerth is designed as a future-ready, green government complex. Advanced building management systems integrate:
- Energy-efficient air-conditioning
- Smart lighting systems
- Optimized electrical services
The infrastructure is built for easy operation, maintenance, and future upgrades. A separate utility block further enhances service management and operational efficiency.
These green buildings symbolize India’s commitment to sustainable development and environmentally responsible governance.
Significance of Seva Teerth
Seva Teerth represents:
- Administrative consolidation
- Enhanced security
- Operational efficiency
- Transparent governance
- Sustainable infrastructure
As part of the Central Vista redevelopment, the campus reflects a modern vision of governance aligned with technological advancement and environmental consciousness.
Inauguration
13 February 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Seva Teerth on 13 February 2026, the 95th anniversary of New Delhi’s designation as India’s capital. Kartavya Bhavan-1 and 2, two new secretariat buildings of the Central Vista, were inaugurated the same day.
A new address for the PMO
With the move, the Prime Minister’s Office left South Block, its home since Independence, for the new complex on Dara Shikoh Road. The Prime Minister continues to live at Lok Kalyan Marg.
Commemorative Postage Stamp on Seva Teerth
To mark the importance of this landmark executive campus, the India Post has released a Commemorative Postage Stamp on Seva Teerth.
This stamp symbolizes:
- Renewed commitment to public service
- Transparent governance
- Nation-building
- Administrative modernization
Through this commemorative issue, the Department of Posts honors Seva Teerth as a significant milestone in India’s evolving governance infrastructure.
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